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Shandon Presbyterian Child Dev Center

607 Woodrow St Columbia, SC 29205

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update
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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool
  • Enrollment: 155 students
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1958
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
School Motto
Where every child feels safe, loved, and valued.

Student Body

Total Students
155 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Pricing varies per age. See website.
Admissions Director
Carol Holt-Cooper
Admissions Associate
Traci Callahan

Sports

Total Sports Offered
3 sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
7 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
art classchapel (included)
KarateMusic (included)
piano lessonsSpanish (included)
Voice lessons

School Notes

  • Shandon Presbyterian Child Development Center has been in operation since 1958.
  • SPCDC is an extension of the church's ministry to and for children of all races, creeds, and religious backgrounds.
  • Our goal is to provide a Christian nurturing environment based on the belief that God is love, which will foster social, physical, spiritual, and intellecutal growth of its children.
  • The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of each child, while providing for the group's needs and interests.
  • Through our parents and teachers, we strive to encourage children to be lifelong learners.
  • Shandon Presbyterian CDC is an integral part of the Church's ministry to children.
  • The policy-making and governing body of the Presbyterian Church is Session.
  • The Session of Shandon Presbyterian Church supervises the work of the Child Development Center through the CDC Ministry.
  • Shandon Presbyterian Child Development Center has been in operation since 1958. SPCDC is an extension of the church's ministry to and for children of all races, creeds, and religious backgrounds. Our goal is to provide a Christian nurturing environment based on the belief that God is love, which will foster social, physical, spiritual, and intellecutal growth of its children. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of each child, while providing for the group's needs and interests. Through our parents and teachers, we strive to encourage children to be lifelong learners. Shandon Presbyterian CDC is an integral part of the Church's ministry to children. The policy-making and governing body of the Presbyterian Church is Session. The Session of Shandon Presbyterian Church supervises the work of the Child Development Center through the CDC Ministry.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Shandon Presbyterian Child Dev Center offer?
Shandon Presbyterian Child Dev Center offers 3 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Gymnastics and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Shandon Presbyterian Child Dev Center?
The application deadline for Shandon Presbyterian Child Dev Center is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Shandon Presbyterian Child Dev Center located?
Shandon Presbyterian Child Dev Center is located in the Shandon neighborhood of Columbia, SC. There are 1 other private schools located in Shandon.

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